Elder Benefits In Pennsylvania
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Eligible seniors can use these benefits to buy food at local grocery stores and supermarkets. Seniors participating in the SNAP program are also eligible for monthly food boxes. Contact the SNAP helpline at 1-800-692-7462 to get started.
Popular Programs and Services PA MEDI - Medicare Counseling. Pharmaceutical Assistance - PACE Program. PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources. Housing Programs for Older Adults. Health, Wellness, Fitness and Nutrition. Apply for the Caregiver Support Program.
If you are at least 60 years old and your income is at or below the U.S. poverty level, you may be eligible.
These services include home-delivered and congregate meals, caregiver support, health and wellness services, personal assistance, senior community centers, Medicare enrollment counseling, transportation, job training, elder abuse prevention, PACE prescription assistance and more.
Pennsylvania Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program The age requirement is 60 years or older, and the senior must meet income eligibility guidelines. Each eligible senior receives five $10.00 checks for a total benefit of $50.00 one-time during the program year.
Under federal law, all income is counted to determine eligibility for SNAP unless it is explicitly excluded. For SNAP purposes, “income” includes both earned income such as wages and unearned income such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and veterans, disability, and death benefits.
